A Post Doctoral position is available in the Villanueva Lab at the Wistar Institute to study mechanisms of therapy resistance using genetic and biochemical approaches.  We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate who can integrate new concepts and techniques to investigate mechanisms of drug resistance and identify new therapeutic targets.   

Applicants must be recent graduates with proven expertise in molecular biology and transcriptional regulation. Experience and/or interest in immunology, epigenetics and mouse models is desired.  Candidates must have achieved academic excellence and be creative thinkers with strong record of productivity.  Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.   Interested candidates should submit summary of research experience and scientific interests, CV, and names and contact information of 3 references.

The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources to its faculty and staff that enable them to conduct cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities. Research discoveries conducted at Wistar have led to the development of vaccines; the identification of genes associated with cancers; and the development of many other significant research technologies and tools.

We offer an excellent benefits package.
For more information about The Wistar Institute visit our website at www.wistar.org.